Gouda Mashed Potatoes
Creamy, smoky, and utterly irresistible—these Gouda Mashed Potatoes take a classic side dish and turn it into the star of your holiday table. Melted gouda adds richness, while crisp bacon bits bring the perfect salty crunch. One bite, and plain mashed potatoes just won’t cut it anymore.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 1x
Ingredients
3 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 tbsp unsalted butter
½ cup whole milk (or more for desired creaminess)
1 cup shredded smoked Gouda cheese
½ cup sour cream
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt & black pepper, to taste
½ cup cooked bacon, crumbled
Optional garnish: chives or parsley
Instructions
Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 15–20 minutes). Drain well.
Return potatoes to the pot and mash with butter, milk, sour cream, and garlic powder.
Stir in shredded Gouda until melted and smooth.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Fold in bacon bits, reserving a few for topping.
Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with bacon and herbs if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Calories: 290
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Protein: 9g
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